Bible Based-Christ Centered-Non Denominational
Serving the community of Cortez
Anna Maria Island
Bradenton
Welcome!
We are so glad you're here!
Please know that we're THRILLED to have you with us today
and look forward to getting to know you better!
Did you know you can become a Christian TODAY!
Let any one of our members know you are interested in being baptized and we will be happy to speak to you about it!
You don't need to pass a bible quiz or even know much about God. All that is required is that you have heard the good news (Gospel) you believe in Jesus (that he is the son of God) and you are sorry for sinning (breaking Gods laws).
You need to have a desire to have those sins removed from your soul which is eternal and be ready to accept your new life as a christian. Striving to obey God through his word.
Were here to help all along the way!
Empty cup goes here in the chair in front of you.
We take the Lord's Supper (Communion) every Sunday!
Here's Why:
That's how it was done in the 1st Century by early Christians.
Examples of Christians meeting on the 1st Day are here:
Acts 20:7
1 Corinthians 11:26
We Sing praises to God!
No instruments and here's why:
It's all about HIM and what He wants!
In the Old Testament (Genesis-Malachi) there were choirs and even instruments ordained by God. That's what He wanted during that time.
We now live under the New Law (instituted by Christ) in the New Testament (Matthew-Revelation).
God now asks that we simply sing.
Ephesians 5:19
Colossians 3:16
We listen to a Sermon on Sunday
Here's Why:
If we don't know what the bible says we can't follow it and please God.
The preacher and teachers are here to teach God's word, not give a 45 min talk on how they feel about one verse.
Romans 10:14-17
We take up a collection every Sunday
Here's Why:
It's important!
We give so the work can continue and because we are commanded to do so.
The collection is a free will offering meaning we give as members what we have purposed in our heart and as we prosper. This is not the same as a tithe like in the OT (not a certain percentage).
We don't keep track of who gives what or give out statements for taxes.
It's between you and God.
1 Corinthians 16:1-2
2 Corinthians 9:7
For your convenience we accept electronic methods of giving.
Zelle: 941-209-0081
Checks can be made out to:
The Cortez Florida Church of Christ
We pray together!
Here's Why:
We speak directly to God through his son Jesus Christ when we pray!
We have direct access to speak to our heavenly father.
We thank God for all he has provided in our lives, we ask for healing for ourselves and people we know, we ask God to help us to fight temptations and guide our footsteps so that we can be pleasing to him!
Even Jesus prayed!
Prayer is essential! We are God's children and he wants to hear from us! He speaks to us through his word (the Bible)
Philippians 4:6
Acts 2:42